October 2016
Philosophy and Freedom: How to Remain a Philosopher in Today's Pessimistic World?
Ramin Jahanbegloo discusses the role of philosophy in today's world, emphasizing the importance of questioning freedom amidst a backdrop of moral relativism and skepticism towards…
FBI Receives Authorization for New Investigations Related to Clinton's Emails
The FBI has received authorization to investigate new emails related to Hillary Clinton's senior advisor, Huma Abedin, just days before the U.S. presidential election. This…
"We have no personal safety"; Interview with the plaintiffs against Saeed Toosi
The article discusses the allegations of sexual abuse against Saeed Toosi, a prominent Quran reciter with connections to Iran's political elite. Plaintiffs recount their experiences…
Obesity in Iran; Daily Caloric Intake 'One Thousand Calories' Above Global Average
Iranian officials have raised alarms about rising obesity rates, with daily caloric intake exceeding global averages by over 1,000 calories. Health experts are advocating for…
Simplifying Life for Coffee and Tea Lovers with Thermoelectric Technology
An Iranian inventor, Amir Faraji, has developed Muggino, a smart mug that maintains the temperature of beverages for up to two hours, controlled via a…
First Deputy of the Judiciary: Islamic Clemency Has No Meaning Regarding Narges Mohammadi's Sentence
The Iranian Judiciary's First Deputy, Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, stated that Islamic clemency does not apply to Narges Mohammadi's case, dismissing parliamentary requests for her sentence…
Donald Trump Calls for Constitutional Reform and Term Limits for Congress Members
Donald Trump has called for significant reforms in the U.S. Congress, including term limits for members and restrictions on lobbying. His statements come as he…
Ahmad Montazeri Tried for 'Acts Against National Security' Without Lawyer Presence in Special Clergy Court
Ahmad Montazeri was tried in a special clergy court for publishing an audio file of his father's criticism of the 1988 mass executions of political…
Barack Obama to Donald Trump: Stop Complaining About Election Integrity
Barack Obama criticized Donald Trump for undermining public confidence in the electoral process, urging him to focus on the votes rather than complaints about election…
Dario Fo, Playwright and Nobel Laureate, Passes Away
Dario Fo, a renowned Italian playwright and Nobel laureate, passed away at the age of 90. His works, known for their sharp political satire, have…
Hojjatoleslam Raisi Becomes 'Ayatollah'
Ebrahim Raisi has recently begun to be referred to as 'Ayatollah' instead of 'Hojjatoleslam,' marking a significant shift in his political status as he positions…
Palestinian Attacker Killed After Shooting Several Israelis in Jerusalem
A Palestinian driver in East Jerusalem killed two Israelis and injured several others in a shooting attack before being killed by security forces. The attack…
A Member of Parliament: The U.S. Was Supposed to Release 20 Prisoners in Exchange for the Release of Rezaian
Iranian MP Abolfazl Hosseinbeigi claims the U.S. failed to release 20 Iranian prisoners in exchange for journalist Jason Rezaian's freedom. Rezaian, who has filed a…
Islam and Intervention in Lifestyle; How Are Islam's Permissible and Forbidden Practices Formed?
The article discusses the nature of Islamic rulings regarding lifestyle, focusing on the perspectives of Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Hedayati and sociologist Majid Mohammadi. Hedayati defends the…
International Monetary Fund: Iran's GDP Growth After Sanctions Eased
The IMF reports that Iran's GDP growth is projected to reach 4.5% this year due to eased sanctions and increased economic activity in various sectors.…